The TCMA Sponsorship Program is designed to serve the mutual interests of the participating businesses and TCMA (the Association) by:

(1)  Providing broader exposure to TCMA members and understanding of those businesses and services targeted to the needs of Tennessee cities, and

(2)  Generating supplemental resources for the Association that can be used to enhance the educational programs and other activities of the Association.

Sponsorship Levels

Gold Level – An annual contribution of $2,500 (in-kind services may be possible if of value to the Association).  A Gold level sponsor will be provided five (5) minutes to profile their company or a project at one of the two annual conferences, and receive two complimentary conference registrations.  A Gold sponsor is permitted to register up to three (3) members to attend a conference.

A Gold level sponsor contributing $10,000 or more in financial or authorized in-kind services shall receive special recognition for their substantial and long-term commitment as a Platinum Level sponsor.  Platinum sponsors are permitted to register up to four (4) members to attend a conference.

Silver Level - An annual contribution of $1,500 (in-kind services may be possible if of value to the Association). A Silver level sponsor will receive one complimentary conference registration.  A Silver sponsor is permitted to register up to two (2) members to attend a conference.

Bronze Level - An annual contribution of $750 (in-kind services may be possible if of value to the Association). Bronze level sponsors are considered “friends” of the Association and may register for conferences provided they pay the non-member registration fee (currently $350).  A Bronze sponsor is permitted to register up to two (2) members to attend a conference.

Benefits

• The level of benefits to the business and exposure to the members is dependent on the sponsorship level.
• All sponsors will be recognized with appropriate signage at each conference and the business logo will be displayed prominently on the TCMA website (with a link to the business web page) throughout the year.
• All sponsors will be permitted to distribute promotional material to the members at both conferences in accordance with Association practice.
• Non-sponsor businesses are not permitted to attend conferences.

Payments

• Contributions for Gold/Platinum and Silver level sponsorships may be made in lump sum or in two equal payments every six months. Continued participation in TCMA activities and receipt of benefits is subject to timely payment by the renewal date.  Bronze level sponsorships must be paid in full when due.
• The sponsorships are for a period of one-year from the date the application is processed by TCMA and, at minimum, apply during two successive TCMA conferences (Spring and Fall or Fall and Spring).

How to Apply

Please initiate the sponsorship application process below.

TCMA reserves the right to reject any sponsorship application that is not in keeping with the mission of creating excellence in local government, or for any other reason, in its sole discretion.

The use of the TCMA image/logo or the words “Tennessee City Management Association” in promotional, marketing, or other materials is strictly prohibited without the express written consent of the Association.

If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Pat Hardy at hardy@tncma.org or

call (423) 741-5258.